
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rockridge Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,600 (72 Rentals)
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Quarryridge Apartments

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Rockridge, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockridge Studio Apartments | $2,532 | $1,800 | $3,390 |
| Rockridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,695 | $6,510 |
| Rockridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,429 | $2,500 | $6,834 |
| Rockridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,595 | $5,260 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rockridge Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rockridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rockridge area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 334 45th St priced from $1,780. Quarryridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Rockridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 334 45th St | 328C | 1BR,1BA | $1,780 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 225 Clifton | 1X1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,339 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan SC | Studio,1BA | $2,380 |
| Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts) | B1B 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockridge, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockridge area is the $3.00 price per square foot 6433 Colby St Model at 6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA in the in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Rockridge apartment is the 2X1 B2 Model at 225 Clifton starting at $2,815 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Bushrod neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA | 6433 Colby St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 225 Clifton | 2X1 B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts) | B1B 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 334 45th St | 328C | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Quarryridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| Baxter on Broadway | Plan SC | Studio ,1BA | $5.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRockridge, Oakland, CA
Ranked #51
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Rockridge Neighborhood in Oakland, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rockridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rockridge is at Quarryridge Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockridge Apartment is $1,780 at 334 45th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rockridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rockridge is starting from $2,500 at 334 45th St.
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